17 Stunning Watercolor Tattoos You Have to See to Believe

Some of the most impressive tattoos on the planet are done in this style, a mix of blended colors and blurred lines to create beautiful works of body art. If you're in the market for a new tattoo, don't miss these designs.

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Courtesy of Katie/Louise Flynn

Surreal Sparrow

This striking bird tattooed on Savannah Peterson by artist Deanna Wardin features a dynamic blend of turquoise, magenta, tangerine and other colors that pop.

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Courtesy of Savannah Peterson

Flowing Fibonacci

The Fibonacci sequence definitely has an ink-cult following, but this version by artist Louise Flynn is unique in its color palette and style.

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Instagram/Kisskatatattoo

Colorful Camera

A simple camera outline by Kiss Kata is accented with a big splash of color, making it more eye-catching than the average wrist tattoo.

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Instagram/Dinonemec

Vivid Balloons

This bold hot air balloon tattoo by Dino Nemec becomes even more impressive once you realize how seamlessly the balloons weave and overlap with one another.

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Arotattoo.com

Brilliant Blooms

As if torn from a botany book, this half-sleeve by Silo from Arotattoo is made up mostly of blended blossoms — but look a little closer and you'll notice an edgy skull in the mix.

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Instagram/Inkbyaballar

Plum Prince

Commemorative tattoos don't need to be names or faces — they can be symbols too. In this case, Prince fan Laelonie Marie had tattoo artist April Hendrix Ballar accent her "Love Symbol" design with a watercolor background in (what else?) purple.

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Instagram/Albertinkart

Wild Wolf

Part wild animal, part black-and-white skull, this spectacular design by Albert Mazowiecki is a watercolor masterpiece.

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